{"id":962,"date":"2014-06-24T19:56:18","date_gmt":"2014-06-24T19:56:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/?p=962"},"modified":"2014-06-24T19:56:18","modified_gmt":"2014-06-24T19:56:18","slug":"10-healthy-snacks-you-can-enjoy-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/10-healthy-snacks-you-can-enjoy-2\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Healthy Snacks You Can Easily Prepare at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Preparing healthy snacks can be difficult because of our busy lifestyles. But hold on! I have 10 quick solutions to that problem!<\/p>\n<p>Healthy snacks are thought to be boring, difficult to prepare and bland. However, this does not have to be the case. You can make smart snack choices that will help <strong>combat hunger in between meals and also taste good<\/strong>. Plus, it can be easy to prepare!<\/p>\n<h2>Here are 10 healthy snacks that you will enjoy having:<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Chocolate-Covered Fresh Strawberries<\/h3>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-972 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Chocolate-Covered-Fresh-Strawberries.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate-Covered Fresh Strawberries\" width=\"300\" height=\"203\" \/><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you thought healthy snacks can\u2019t be sweet, then think again. Believe it or not, <strong>chocolate can be a healthy snack<\/strong>. One way to mitigate its unhealthy side is by using it as a jacket for a delicious healthy sidekick such as strawberries.<\/p>\n<p>You should use the <strong>dark variety<\/strong> of chocolate because it is the healthiest. Dark chocolate is filled with antioxidants and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/how-to-eat-a-heart-healthy-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">heart-healthy ingredients<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>1 pound fresh strawberries<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>16 ounces dark chocolate chips<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><em>In a double boiler, melt the dark chocolate, stirring occasionally till smooth.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Use a toothpick to hold each strawberry and dip it into the chocolate mixture.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Turn the strawberries upside down and allow them to cool. You can keep them in the fridge for a cold treat on a hot day.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>2. Pita Chips<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-973 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Pita-Chips.jpg\" alt=\"Pita Chips\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The pita chip is a much healthier version of snack, <strong>great for after school or work<\/strong>. These chips are delicious and can be bought in single serving packs.<\/p>\n<p>Their flavor is similar to a potato chip but contains <strong>half the fat<\/strong>. You can choose to buy branded pita chips or make your own by cutting pita bread into chip size pieces.<\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>4 pitas<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/4 teaspoon kosher salt<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>2 tablespoons olive oil<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 teaspoon ancho chili powder<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 teaspoon ground cumin<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><em>Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Cut each pita into 6 wedges and place them in a large bowl.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Drizzle the wedges with olive oil and toss to coat.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Combine salt, chili powder, and cumin in a bowl and sprinkle gradually over the wedges.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Spread a single layer of the wedges on two large baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F, until golden and crispy. This takes about 12 minutes.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>3. Kale Chips<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-974 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Kale-Chips.jpg\" alt=\"Kale Chips\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/keto-snacks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">healthy snack<\/a> is a great <strong>alternative to potato chips<\/strong> as well. They are crispy, crunchy, salty, easy to make, and way healthier than potato chips.<\/p>\n<p>You should choose kale the next time you crave a salty snack, <strong>void of sodium and cholesterol<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>1 pound of kale<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 tablespoon olive oil<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 pinch sea salt<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 pinch red pepper<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><em>Rip the kale\u2019s leaves from the stem. Chop them into chip-sized pieces.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Wash and dry the chips.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Spread the chips across a baking sheet and drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of red pepper and salt.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees F. Once the kale cools, its crispiness will resemble that of thin potato chips.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>4. Turkey Jerky<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-975 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Turkey-jerky.jpg\" alt=\"Turkey jerky\" width=\"300\" height=\"224\" \/><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This is a healthy alternative to beef jerky. It <strong>keeps fat and sodium to a minimum<\/strong> and provides great <strong>fuel<\/strong> for a long, active day. It\u2019s also easy to make. As a matter of fact, you can make it without using a dehydrator.<\/p>\n<p>It is super delicious, particularly, if you preserve the turkey flavor by avoiding the use of too much sauce and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-too-much-sugar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sugar<\/a>. Otherwise, you\u2019ll end up with the same beef jerky that you are trying to avoid. Here\u2019s a simple way to prepare <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/food\/a19918044\/jerky\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">turkey jerky<\/a> without masking its \u201cturkeyness\u201d.<\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>2 lbs. turkey breast<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Salt<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Pepper<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>A few kabob skewers<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><em>Cut the turkey breast into very thin slices. Try to maintain even slices to dehydrate at the same rate.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Sprinkle the slices with a little salt and pepper.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Skewer the slices and hang the skewers from your oven\u2019s upper rack. Turn your oven to 200 degrees F and leave a crack in the oven door. Leaving an inch open will allow humidity to escape as the turkey dehydrates.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Periodically check on the turkey strips. Your jerky will take 6 to 10 hours to be ready. The exact time taken depends on your oven and the thickness of the strips. Your jerky\u2019s done when the strips feel completely hard and dry when touched, are darker in color and break when gently bent. The jerky should be stored in an airtight container and kept in a cool dry place. You can store it in zip-top bags and keep the bags in the freezer.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>5. Rice cakes with peanut butter, dried cherries, and coconut<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-984 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Rice-cakes-with-peanut-butter-dried-cherries-and-coconut2.jpg\" alt=\"Rice cakes with peanut butter, dried cherries and coconut\" width=\"293\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Rice-cakes-with-peanut-butter-dried-cherries-and-coconut2.jpg 293w, https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Rice-cakes-with-peanut-butter-dried-cherries-and-coconut2-251x300.jpg 251w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 293px) 100vw, 293px\" \/><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Rice cakes are a crunchy substitute for fatty snacks. They have a <strong>very low calorie count<\/strong> and are great for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/military-diet-plan-lose-pounds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">diet regimen<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Actually, if truth be told, rice cakes alone aren&#8217;t exactly a wellspring of nutrients. Fortunately, you can add a dimension of nutrition by topping them with peanut butter.<\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>1 tablespoon smooth peanut butter<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 rice cake<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>2 teaspoons of toasted shredded coconut<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>2 teaspoons of dried cherries<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><em>Spread the peanut butter on the rice cake<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Sprinkle the cake with the coconut and dried cherries<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>6. Honey-glazed almonds<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-978 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Honey-glazed-almonds.jpg\" alt=\"Honey-glazed almonds\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This tasty snack is simple to prepare and won\u2019t take much of your time. It can be stored for several days in an airtight container as well. This healthy snack is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/9-proven-benefits-of-almonds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">high source of protein <\/a>and provides your body with <strong>heart-healthy, unsaturated fat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>1 1\/2 cups raw almonds<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 1\/2 cups tablespoons honey<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 tablespoon sugar<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/4 teaspoon salt<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/4 teaspoon ground cumin<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/2 teaspoon chili powder<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><em>Cook the almonds over medium heat until lightly toasted. Frequently shaking the pan. This should take about 6 minutes to complete.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Combine the other ingredients in a cup and microwave at high for 30 seconds.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Add the mixture to the pan and cook for 2 minutes while stirring constantly.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Arrange the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet. Let it stand for 10 minutes. Break up any clusters.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>7. Banana-Yogurt Smoothies<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-979 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Banana-Yogurt-Smoothies.jpg\" alt=\"Banana-Yogurt Smoothies\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/body-when-start-eating-bananas-every-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Banana<\/a> and yogurt form a perfect pair in this smoothie, which is not only delicious but also delivers a <strong>wide range of nutrients<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>A single glass of this shake delivers protein, calcium, potassium, omega-3s, and fibers. You can make it your <strong>morning shake<\/strong> or even <strong>post-workout<\/strong> smoothie.<\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>1 medium-sized banana<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>2 teaspoons flax seeds<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1-2 teaspoons honey<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>2\/3 cup ice cubes<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<p><em>1. Place flaxseeds in a blender and puree until coarsely ground. This will take 30 seconds.<\/em><br \/>\n<em>2. Add the rest of the ingredients to the blender and puree till mixture is smooth and thick.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>8. Spiced-Up Hummus<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-980 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Spiced-up-hummus.jpg\" alt=\"Spiced-up hummus\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This is a quick snack that you can make before dinner. You simply throw all ingredients into a food processor, give them a whirl and there, you have yourself a <strong>healthy and delicious appetizer<\/strong>. The cilantro, cumin, and ginger in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifehack.org\/articles\/lifestyle\/12-surprising-health-benefits-hummus-that-make-even-more-irreplaceable.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hummus<\/a> have <strong>anti-inflammatory properties<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>15 ounces drained chickpeas and 1\/4 cup of the drained liquid<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/4 cup tahini<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>3 tablespoons olive oil<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/4 cup fresh lemon juice<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/4 teaspoon ground ginger<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/4 teaspoon cumin<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/4 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 crushed garlic clove<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 finely chopped plum tomato<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>2 thinly sliced scallions<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Coarse salt and ground pepper<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><em>Place the chickpeas, reserved liquid, lemon juice, tahini, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, cumin and ginger in a food processor. Puree until mixture is smooth.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and stir in tomato, scallions, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the top of the hummus. If you wish, you can garnish with cilantro leaves before serving.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>9. Goat cheese-stuffed tomatoes<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-981 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Goat-cheese-stuffed-tomatoes.jpg\" alt=\"Goat cheese-stuffed tomatoes\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Goat-cheese-stuffed-tomatoes.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Goat-cheese-stuffed-tomatoes-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This delicious snack will quickly become one of your favorite snacks. It takes a <strong>maximum of 15 minutes to prepare<\/strong>. Here you have <strong>calcium<\/strong> and the <strong>cancer-fighting properties<\/strong> of the tomato!<\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>250g pack cherry tomatoes<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>200g soft goat cheese<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>3 tablespoons single cream<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>4 tablespoons finely chopped basil leaves<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>20 small basil leaves<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><em>Use a knife to remove the tops of the tomatoes and a small teaspoon to remove their seeds. Trim the bases of the tomatoes to enable them to sit flat.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Combine the single cream, pine nuts, goat cheese and chopped leaves, then season. Place the mixture inside each tomato and top with small basil leaves.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>10. Red Pepper and Walnut Dip<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-982 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifeadvancer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Red-pepper-and-walnut-dip.jpg\" alt=\"Red pepper and walnut dip\" width=\"300\" height=\"221\" \/><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>This is one of the healthiest dips that you can make on your own. Tomato paste and red peppers provide you with cancer-fighting carotenoids. Walnuts and almonds provide<strong> protein and unsaturated fat<\/strong> which is <strong>good fat<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>2 red bell peppers<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 tablespoon tomato paste<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 garlic clove<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 tablespoon vinegar<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/4 cup blanched, toasted almonds<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1\/4 cup toasted walnuts<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 1\/2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 dried ancho chile<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>1 whole-wheat baguette cut into 1\/4 inch-thick slices and toasted<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><em>Hold the peppers with tongs and roast them using a gas-stove burner\u2019s flame or a grill until they are blackened. Place the peppers in a bowl and cover them with a plastic wrap. Let it stand for 15 minutes then remove skin and seeds.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Place the peppers, shallot, vinegar, tomato paste, nuts, chili, and garlic in a food processor and puree until the mixture is coarsely combined. Transfer to a bowl and serve with the sliced, toasted baguette.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>These 10 healthy snacks above will make snack time<strong> healthy, tasty and hassle-free<\/strong>. Try and incorporate one or more into your diet plan and give us your feedback.<\/p>\n<p>Did we miss any of your favorite healthy snacks? Which healthy snacks are on your current plan?<\/p>\n<p>Let us know your healthy recipes in the comment section below. Enjoy and have fun!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Preparing healthy snacks can be difficult because of our busy lifestyles. But hold on! I have 10 quick solutions to that problem! Healthy snacks are thought to be boring, difficult to prepare and bland. However, this does not have to be the case. 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